
About Tekion
The cloud platform transforming automotive retail efficiency
Key Highlights
- Raised $635.1M in Series D funding
- Serves customers in 28 states with major partners like GMC and Chrysler
- Headquartered in Pleasanton, CA with 1,000+ employees
- Offers unlimited PTO and 100% employer-paid health coverage
Tekion is a cloud-native platform revolutionizing the automotive retail industry by integrating various software applications into a single infrastructure. Headquartered in Pleasanton, CA, Tekion has raised $635.1 million in Series D funding and serves customers across 28 states, partnering with maj...
🎁 Benefits
Tekion offers unlimited PTO, 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous stock options. Employees enjoy parental leave, free...
🌟 Culture
Tekion fosters an open and transparent culture that encourages innovation and rewards performance. The company emphasizes collaboration and community ...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Tekion is hiring a Senior Staff Applied Scientist to drive innovation in the automotive industry through cutting-edge technology. You'll leverage machine learning and AI to enhance the Automotive Retail Cloud platform. This role requires expertise in big data and a passion for transformative solutions.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in applied science with a focus on machine learning and AI — your experience includes developing innovative solutions that leverage big data to drive business outcomes. You are adept at working with complex datasets and have a proven track record of applying advanced analytical techniques to solve real-world problems. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams allows you to translate technical concepts into actionable insights that benefit stakeholders across the organization.
You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. You are passionate about the automotive industry and are excited about the opportunity to disrupt traditional practices with innovative technology. Your experience in cloud-native platforms and understanding of the automotive retail ecosystem will be invaluable as you contribute to Tekion's mission.
Desirable
Experience with cloud-native architectures and familiarity with automotive retail processes would be a plus. You are also encouraged to bring any additional skills in programming languages or data visualization tools that can enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for driving the development of advanced machine learning models that enhance the functionality of Tekion's Automotive Retail Cloud platform. You will work closely with product managers and engineers to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, ensuring that the solutions you develop align with the company's strategic goals. Your work will involve analyzing large datasets to extract meaningful insights that can inform product development and enhance user experiences.
You will lead research initiatives that explore new methodologies and technologies in the field of applied science, contributing to the continuous improvement of Tekion's offerings. Collaborating with other scientists and engineers, you will participate in brainstorming sessions and technical discussions to foster a culture of innovation within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the company's ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions to its clients.
What we offer
At Tekion, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is dedicated to transforming the automotive industry. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that challenge the status quo and make a real difference in the automotive retail ecosystem. Join us in our mission to create the best automotive retail experiences ever.
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